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FY55 UVM

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

40,550 mi
Last recorded40,550 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY55 UVM
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 40,550 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 38,724 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2023 38,724 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Temporary cap fitted - seal not appropriate (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 35,863 miles

engine hunting on idle

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 7 Nov 2022 35,862 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

engine hunting on idle

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2021 33,522 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 32,125 miles

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2019 31,681 miles

park brake light does not illuminate when park brake applied

Pass 20 Sep 2018 31,032 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 30,760 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

temp fuel cap fitted

Fail 19 Oct 2017 30,756 miles

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

temp fuel cap fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2016 30,751 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 29,979 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 29,969 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 28,680 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 28,680 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front tyre has cut in Tread .

Pass 28 May 2012 27,902 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 26,647 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 22,857 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 22,390 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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FY55 UVM is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 101,296 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY55 UVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY55 UVM registered?

FY55 UVM is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is FY55 UVM safe to buy?

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